Divinely tranquil in its form and embodying the most vital teachings of Buddhism, a meditating Buddha statue is one of the more popular representations of the Buddha, often seen housed in the Buddhist shrines and monasteries, an eternal reminder of the principles of Enlightenment. Made using pure white marble gilded with glistening gold leaf, this large Buddha statue in the state of mediation is all you need to transform any space into a spiritual home for the Tathagata.
Meditation in Buddhism is known as “Bhavana”, which can be translated as “culturing the mind”. According to the Buddha himself, contemplating the knowledge derived is the path to reaching the ideal state, which leads to Enlightenment. In the Samyutta Nikaya, the Buddha proclaims, “He who has both meditation and understanding is close to nirvana”. A manifestation of this philosophy is to be seen in this large meditating Buddha statue.
The milky-white marble coated with gold sumptuously lends the Buddha statue an awe-inspiring otherworldliness, an effect that speaks of the transcendental state of the Enlightened One. With minimal embellishments, the artist of this Buddha icon has succeeded in creating a masterpiece, with each attribute of the Buddha delineated with the utmost perfection. The coils of hair, ushishna or cranial protuberance, elongated earlobes, three auspicious lines on the neck, face like a flawless and fragrant blossom, and hands folded in the Dhyana mudra or gesture of meditation come together seamlessly in this large marble Buddha statue. The loveliness of the drapery of the Buddha carved elegantly in marble and beautified by the detailed golden floral patterns is beyond words. Glowing like a freshly blossomed golden lotus, in the lotus posture, on a lotus throne, the Buddha in this glistening icon is the power of the Enlightened One incarnate.
How to clean and maintain marble statues?
Marble has been a preferred material for sculptors and artists for more than a thousand years. It is a rock that undergoes metamorphism which causes recrystallization of the original carbonate mineral grains. Marble comes in various colors, designs, and dimensions. Pure white marble is the most preferred type of marble for making sculptures and statues since time immemorial. White marble is especially used for sculpting stone monumental sculptures since ancient times. The natural shine and luster of the carbonate crystals of white marble give a lavish and beautiful appearance to the statue.
Marble stone statues are highly durable and can even withstand harsh weather conditions without getting corroded, therefore, they can be kept indoors or outdoors without getting damaged or weathered. Although these statues can last for many decades, their regular care and cleaning are essential to increase their longevity and beautiful appearance.
Marble statues need periodical cleaning to maintain their flawless look. However, harsh and deep cleaning can result in making the statue look dull. If your marble statue is withering away, it is recommended to take the help of a professional cleaner. Marble is a delicate material and therefore needs proper care.
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